Mechanical Site Manager

Build Recruitment Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Build Recruitment Limited seeks two experienced Mechanical Site Managers to lead commercial mechanical installations on major London projects at Euston and Canary Wharf. You will manage subcontractors and labour, coordinate with engineers and clients, and ensure delivery to programme and RAMS standards.

The role requires proven commercial building services experience, SMSTS and strong on-site leadership to drive safety, quality and efficiency across site teams.

Qualifications

• Proven commercial mechanical building services experience — essential.
• Several years' experience with a mechanical subcontractor in commercial construction.
• Experience managing on-site mechanical installation projects.
• Strong knowledge of commercial mechanical systems, pipework and plant installation.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors, engineers and site labour.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and keep progress against programme.
• Good knowledge of health and safety, RAMS and site compliance.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and resolve on-site issues.
• Strong communication, organisational and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day commercial mechanical installation activities on site.
• Coordinate subcontractors, labour and site-based engineering teams.
• Supervise mechanical services installation including pipework, plant rooms, heating and ventilation.
• Work with project managers, engineers, clients and other trades to align site activities.
• Monitor progress against programme and report updates to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with RAMS and site safety requirements.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship and installation quality.
• Review drawings, identify issues and resolve site queries.
• Manage snagging and support testing, commissioning and completion of works.
• Maintain accurate site records and support variation management.
• Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and project teams.

Skills

Commercial mechanical experience

Site management

Reading drawings

Health & safety RAMS

Client-facing communication

Education

SMSTS certificate

Job description

Locations: Euston & Canary Wharf, London
Salary: £60,000–£70,000 per annum

We are looking for 2 experienced Mechanical Site Managers to join major mechanical projects based in Euston and Canary Wharf, London.

Candidates must have proven commercial mechanical building services experience. This is a strict requirement. Applicants with only domestic, residential or non-commercial mechanical experience will not be considered.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced professionals who have built their careers within commercial mechanical subcontracting and are confident managing site operations, coordinating installation teams and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.

The Role

As Mechanical Site Manager, you will take ownership of the day-to-day delivery of mechanical works on site, managing subcontractors, coordinating labour and working closely with the wider project team to ensure works are delivered in line with programme, quality and health and safety requirements.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing and overseeing day-to-day commercial mechanical installation activities.
• Coordinating subcontractors, labour and site-based engineering teams.
• Supervising mechanical services installation, including commercial pipework, plant rooms, heating, ventilation and associated building services.
• Working closely with project managers, engineers, clients and other trades to coordinate site activities.
• Monitoring progress against programme and reporting updates to senior management.
• Ensuring all works are carried out safely and in accordance with RAMS and site requirements.
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship, quality control and installation compliance.
• Reviewing technical drawings, identifying issues and resolving site queries.
• Managing snagging and supporting testing, commissioning and completion of mechanical works.
• Maintaining accurate site records and supporting the management of variations.
• Building strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors and the wider project team.

About You

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Mechanical Site Manager who can take ownership of site delivery and lead mechanical installation teams effectively.

• Proven commercial mechanical building services experience — essential.
• Several years' experience working for a mechanical subcontractor within the commercial construction sector.
• Demonstrable experience managing commercial mechanical installation projects on site.
• Strong technical knowledge of commercial mechanical systems, pipework, plant installation and building services.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors, engineers and site labour.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and maintain progress against programme.
• Good knowledge of health and safety procedures, RAMS and site compliance.
• The ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and resolve technical issues on site.
• Strong communication, organisational and client-facing skills.
• Relevant site management qualifications, such as SMSTS.

Please note: Commercial mechanical experience is mandatory. Candidates without relevant commercial building services experience will not be considered for these positions.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £60,000–£70,000 per annum.
• Opportunities to work on major mechanical projects in London.
• Positions available across Euston and Canary Wharf.
• The opportunity to take responsibility for site delivery and work alongside experienced construction professionals.

Description:

Mechanical Site Manager

Locations: Euston & Canary Wharf, London
Salary: £60,000–£70,000 per annum

We are looking for 2 experienced Mechanical Site Managers to join major mechanical projects based in Euston and Canary Wharf, London.

Candidates must have proven commercial mechanical building services experience. This is a strict requirement. Applicants with only domestic, residential or non-commercial mechanical experience will not be considered.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced professionals who have built their careers within commercial mechanical subcontracting and are confident managing site operations, coordinating installation teams and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.

The Role

As Mechanical Site Manager, you will take ownership of the day-to-day delivery of mechanical works on site, managing subcontractors, coordinating labour and working closely with the wider project team to ensure works are delivered in line with programme, quality and health and safety requirements.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing and overseeing day-to-day commercial mechanical installation activities.
• Coordinating subcontractors, labour and site-based engineering teams.
• Supervising mechanical services installation, including commercial pipework, plant rooms, heating, ventilation and associated building services.
• Working closely with project managers, engineers, clients and other trades to coordinate site activities.
• Monitoring progress against programme and reporting updates to senior management.
• Ensuring all works are carried out safely and in accordance with RAMS and site requirements.
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship, quality control and installation compliance.
• Reviewing technical drawings, identifying issues and resolving site queries.
• Managing snagging and supporting testing, commissioning and completion of mechanical works.
• Maintaining accurate site records and supporting the management of variations.
• Building strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors and the wider project team.

About You

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Mechanical Site Manager who can take ownership of site delivery and lead mechanical installation teams effectively.

Essential requirements:

• Proven commercial mechanical building services experience — essential.
• Several years' experience working for a mechanical subcontractor within the commercial construction sector.
• Demonstrable experience managing commercial mechanical installation projects on site.
• Strong technical knowledge of commercial mechanical systems, pipework, plant installation and building services.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors, engineers and site labour.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and maintain progress against programme.
• Good knowledge of health and safety procedures, RAMS and site compliance.
• The ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and resolve technical issues on site.
• Strong communication, organisational and client-facing skills.
• Relevant site management qualifications, such as SMSTS.

Please note: Commercial mechanical experience is mandatory. Candidates without relevant commercial building services experience will not be considered for these positions.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £60,000–£70,000 per annum.
• Opportunities to work on major mechanical projects in London.
• Positions available across Euston and Canary Wharf.
• The opportunity to take responsibility for site delivery and work alongside experienced construction professionals.

Industry Sector: Construction

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Salary in GBP (£): 60000 - 70000, Annual Salary

Job Location: London, London, UK